Cornwall Town Cheers with 402-Year-Old Wassail Tradition

The historic Bodmin Wassail custom celebrated its 402nd anniversary on Twelfth Night, January 6th, bringing seasonal cheer to the Cornish town. A dedicated group of men performed traditional wassail songs at numerous spots around Bodmin, encompassing shops, pubs, cafes, and private residences. This enduring tradition sees the wassailers, often adorned in distinctive attire, carrying a special bowl to collect offerings of wine or beer from the locals. Despite a smaller group this year, the spirit of the celebration remained undimmed. The event serves as a vital part of the community's post-new year calendar, drawing people together and upholding a unique cultural practice that has been passed down through generations, making Bodmin one of the few places in the nation with this particular wassailing custom still active.